RICHMOND has created more football history by becoming the first AFL club to break the 90,000 members milestone.

The reigning premiers had 90,023 paid up members of the 'Tiger army' as of Thursday night.

It surpasses the 2017 membership total of 75,777 and smashes Collingwood's AFL record of 79,347 set in 2014.

The club says over 20,000 new members have joined the club since it won last year's flag.

"We cannot thank our loyal members enough for the role they play in supporting our football club, their commitment means that we can continue to thrive and win both on and off the field," Richmond chief executive Brendon Gale said. 

Gale has vowed to continue to keep members feeling a part of the club, and the Tigers are planning a members only event at Punt Road before their round seven clash with Fremantle at the MCG.

"We've been on an amazing journey as a football club, it's important that our members continue to feel connected and engaged with us, no matter where they live, or how many games they can attend," Gale said.